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Find babysitters in Columbia, IL that you’ll love

60 babysitters are listed in Columbia, IL

The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years

Babysitters in Columbia, IL

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Kennedee A.


Columbia, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

I have taken care of animals and have had pets since I was around 12 years old, I used to have my own dog walking business when I was younger.
Kennedee can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
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Kennedee A.


Columbia, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with children since I was 13 years old and I am now 26. I have experience with children from newborn- 15 years old, also have experience with special needs children. I have no problem doing extra activities for your family and children. I also have worked with elderly for the past 6 years. I love to care for...
Kennedee can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Kennedee was great with my kiddos! They're already asking when she will come back!"

Mick S.

Hello! I graduated in December 2022 with a degree in Elementary Education. I have worked in daycares & before and after school care programs for 6 years. I have been babysitting children from different families for about 9 years now. I also have experience working with children who had various disabilities. I am looking for a...
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Sydney D.


Columbia, IL

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Sydney and I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember. I am currently pursuing my Masters in Social Work and loving working with kids. I worked in the Childcare at the YMCA for 2+ years, and babysat a family for 2+ years. I promise your kiddos will be in good hands!
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Christina L.


Columbia, IL

$33/hr5 yrs exp

I Will Spoil Your Pets

I've been around pets all of my life. For the past 5 years, I have pet sit for friends and family. I have references available and am looking to gain more clients. Back in my earlier years, I worked at a kennel in Saint Louis and really enjoyed it. These days, some pets do not fare well in the kennels and I am thankful to...
Christina can also help with: Pet sitting
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Kerri T.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-22/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

HI! I'm Kerri! I have plenty experience with kids of all ages and abilities and with special needs . I am a certified substitute teacher and babysit often for friends and family. I enjoy being outside and doing lots of activities and crafts. I volunteered in the special education classroom at my local elementary school for over...
5.0
"Kerri has been great with our special needs adult son. She likes to take him out and about and she makes sure he gets exercise every day. She's been punctual and flexible. Highly recommend!"

Jane C.

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Brandi J.


Saint Louis, MO

$27-30/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter With Flexible Schedule

I love working with children; their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around. I am responsible and dependable, but also fun and energetic. With me, your children will have fun playing and learning. I have experience and am comfortable with newborns to young teens.
Brandi can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Brandi was amazing with my 3 kiddos! They always raved about how much fun they had with her. Brandi was always on time, and so easy to communicate with. Any family is lucky to have Brandi! "

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience dog and cat sitting. I've always had dogs of mine own, I've also had birds and reptiles.
Destiny can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Wonderful pet sitter. Excellent communication skills and super friendly. Ensured our sweet kitty's would be well taken care of, and they were. Followed all our directions. Would hire again!"

Hannah S.

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Elizabeth K.


Saint Louis, MO

$22/hr9 yrs exp

Currently Looking For Afternoons 2-4x/week, Have Some Flexibility For Mornings And Weekends!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Lizzie and I'm a 24-year-old teacher turned nanny(: I have an undergraduate degree in Social Work, a Masters degree in Special Education, and hold a Teaching Certification in Missouri. I taught grades K-2 special education reading and math. I've been nannying and babysitting for a little over a year since I left...
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Tineasha W.


Saint Louis, MO

$19-28/hr6 yrs exp

College Student Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am specifically looking for a personal assistant or household manager role, but I am still considering babysitting/nannying if it's the right fit for me. I started using care. com when I was 16, I am now 25. I worked my way from multiple date night jobs, to working long term with 2 amazing families, that I no longer work...
Tineasha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Tineasha watched my 6 month old daughter on extremely short notice. She arrived early, was very attentive when I showed her around, and asked good questions. Super sweet and fun personality- baby loved her! We'll definitely ask Tineasha to babysit again! "

Lauren C.

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Destiny H.


Arnold, MO

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter/Nanny/Tutor

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have nannied for the same family for almost 3 years and have had short term babysitting and nannying jobs in between. I am trustworthy and punctual, and have a long list of references that will support this statement. I'm currently looking for weekend jobs or morning jobs to make extra money through the summer.
Destiny can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She was great, and my kids just lover her!"

Julia C.

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Kelly O.


Arnold, MO

$11-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Kelly! And I LOVE animals! Along with growing up with dogs and cats my whole live, I have have pet sat for 4 different families on a consistent basis for the past 5 years I've been located in Springfield. 3 out of the 4 of these families either have elderly dogs or dogs with a behavior or physical illness! I am...
Kelly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, boarding, grooming, pet transportation & more
5.0
"She does a fantastic job and truly cares about the animals as if they were her own. She's taken care of our pets many times - they love her as much as us!"

Sherri F.

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Jenny B.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Jenny and I am 25 years old. I have over 10 years of babysitting and nannying experience. I am a Speech Pathologist in an elementary school with a minor in Child and Family Development. I enjoy getting involved with the kids and being active with them throughout the day. I previously have helped prepare lunches,...
Jenny can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Enisa T.


Arnold, MO

$22-30/hr6 yrs exp

Flexible Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

As the eldest among a brood of four siblings, I have garnered more than 15 years of hands-on experience in providing childcare services for children spanning from infants to teenagers. Coming from a large family, I have been entrusted with numerous responsibilities including meal preparation, household upkeep, and the provision...
Enisa can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Enisa worked for us for 2 days when our kids weekly nanny was on vacation. She was amazing! She helped with both kids under 3, jumped right in and gave each special attention. She is sweet, engaging, caring, active and works very hard. She kept the kids entertained...

Shannon H.

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Rebecca H.


Arnold, MO

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My husband and I moved for his career to Missouri from Washington in November. I have worked in preschools for over 10 years, with children ages 1-12. Currently I work at a daycare in University City as a full time toddler teacher, I love seeing my little ones grow and feel honored that I get to guide them and laugh with them...
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rebecca recently jumped in when we needed a babysitter on short notice. Our kids, ages 8, 6 & 1 were immediately enamored with her. She has been the closest thing I have found to a mommy stunt double: creative, upbeat and 100% dependable."

Donna A.

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Stephanie H.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a nanny for a 2 and 4yr old, and have been in child care almost 11 years. In the childcare center I've primarily worked with 6weeks to 2-year-olds. I have watched children ranging in ages from infants up to 12-year-old. I have a background check done yearly with my job and can give a copy upon request. I am also...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Our son loved Steph and she was always on time and dependable. She did crafts and did sensory okay with him. She also made sure to get him outdoors as often as possible. While I was at work she would make sure to send me videos and photos throughout the day!"

Ashley N.

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Nevza D.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Excellent Caretaker And Housekeeper!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience in childcare and housekeep and am a mother of three grown children of my own! I have a high standard for excellence and take my responsibilities seriously! I place value on kindness, patience, trustworthiness, and respect. I hope you will choose me to provide you exceptional services in taking care...
Nevza can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Nevza became part of my family. We love her. My son is crazy about her. She is hardworking, dependable and a baby expert, plus a bonus grandma. Everything she does, she puts her whole heart into it. I trust her with my eyes closed."

Cris H.

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Lillie N.


Arnold, MO

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver With CPR Training, Pet Expertise, And Reliable Transportation

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, families! I'm excited to introduce myself as a versatile and dependable caregiver available on Care. com. My multifaceted background ensures that your loved ones are in safe and caring hands. With certifications in both adult and child CPR, safety is at the forefront of my caregiving approach. I bring peace of mind...
Lillie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"We hired Lillie at the last minute when we had an unexpected need for childcare. Lillie was up for having a call late the night before to go over expectations and she asked insightful questions. She was punctual and showed genuine interest in learning what we...

Aaron M.

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Alexis B.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-33/hr4 yrs exp

Loving Mother

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Alexis and I am a loving mother of an almost 9-year-old spirited little boy and have experience helping take care of friend's children, as well as a year and a half of full time nanny experience. I would love to help anyway I can while making it a fun, nurturing environment. I would love to get to know you...
Alexis can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Alexis watched my nephews for me when I needed help. She had a happy, loving personality and the boys just loved when I told them Alexis was coming. I always came home to a more clean house then how I left it. I will continue to use Alexis as long as I can!"

Julie S.

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Mary S.


Arnold, MO

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Organized And Educational Care Giver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I love kids, and a passion of mine is helping them grow into creative, kind, responsible individuals eager to explore the world. I do my best to work educational games into everyday fun, so we are always learning as we play. For over 10 years, I have worked with many families as a nanny, in a daycare, church nursery, teaching,...
Mary can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Mary last minute as our normal sitter cancelled. The weather was inclement but Mary showed up 15 minutes earlier than expected giving us extra time for introductions which was nice. Mary was extremely sweet and intelligent, and was able to handle our...

Amanda T.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Columbia, IL

Kennedee A.

5.0

Kennedee was great with my kiddos! They're already asking when she will come back!

- Mick S.

Kerri T.

5.0

Kerri has been great with our special needs adult son. She likes to take him out and about and she makes sure he gets exercise every day. She's been punctual and flexible. Highly recommend!

- Jane C.

Brandi J.

5.0

Brandi was amazing with my 3 kiddos! They always raved about how much fun they had with her. Brandi was always on time, and so easy to communicate with. Any family is lucky to have Brandi!

- Care member

Destiny H.

5.0

Wonderful pet sitter. Excellent communication skills and super friendly. Ensured our sweet kitty's would be well taken care of, and they were. Followed all our directions. Would hire again!

- Hannah S.

Tineasha W.

5.0

Tineasha was amazing!! My grandchildren were staying with me temporarily. I needed someone just one day a week while I ran errands. I was nervous because my granddaughter was having a hard time being separated from me. But Tineasha handled it so well. She was always on time. So nice! You can truly...

- Amy K.

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